Sunshine on the beach at Umm Al Quwain

Sunshine on the beach at Umm Al Quwain

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The diesel transport vessel Sunshine went aground on the shore at Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates.   The vessel was transporting 160 tons of fuel when it suffered engine failure before going ashore.  No reports of injuries.  Some pollution was reported as some of the Sunshine’s fuel was released into the water.  A tug attempted to pull the Sunshine free, but the tug became stuck in the nearby shallow water.   Authorities have ordered the owners to remove the vessel in three days.   Reports state the authorities and coast guard was on the scene monitoring the scene.   Nearby residents were told to close their air vents to prevent the fumes from entering their home.

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Formosa Falcon

Formosa Falcon

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The 228 meter long , 70426 dwt tanker Formosa Falcon went aground off Freeport, Grand Bahama.  The tanker was repositioning at the Freeport anchorage when heavy winds forced the vessel aground at the bow.  An inspection showed no hull breach.  No injuries and no pollution was released.  Tugs attempted to refloat the Formosa Falcon on the following high tide, but without success.  Authorities have placed response vessels on station around the vessel while tugs have kept the tanker in place in the event of worsening conditions.   The Formosa Falcon was loaded with 12,796 tons of alkylate at the time of the grounding.

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Vos Raasay

Vos Raasay

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The 53 meter long, 1300 dwt offshore supply vessel Vos Raasay suffered a fire while berthed at the quay at Lowestoft, England.  The fire started in a store room on the Vos Raasay while welding repair work was being done. The crew was able to extinguish the blaze before local firefighters and RNLI lifeboats arrived.  One crewman suffered from smoke inhalation and was taken to hospital.   No reports of pollution being released.

 

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